Nature, art, textiles, and more: You might be surprised where these five interior pros find their most creative color ideas.

Sarah Richardson | The Inspiration

Sarah Richardson | The Inspiration

Designer Sarah Richardson, host of HGTV's Sarah's House takes color cues in the rolling waves of the Caribbean. "I'm always inspired the changeable nature of water," she says. "It's never simply blue, but a wide array of subtle tones."

Sarah Richardson | The Room

Sarah Richardson | The Room

Richardson picked up on the ocean's blue and green shades in this bright bathroom. "The marble used is called Ming green and has tones that look terrific in a bathroom," she says. "I find the cooler palettes soothing and calming for a bathroom that's designed to refresh and invigorate the senses."